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Coldstream And District

Hirsel House – Hirsel Lake loop from Coldstream

Moderate

4.5

(2)

5

hikers

Hirsel House – Hirsel Lake loop from Coldstream

02:24

9.11km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

44 m

Coldstream Parish Church

Highlight • Religious Site

2.60 km

Kincham Wood

Forest

3.59 km

Dunglass Wood

Forest

4

4.21 km

Dunglass Obelisk

Highlight • Monument

This 6 metre tall obelisk was erected by the 9th Earl of Hume in memory of his son William, Lord Dunglass, who was killed in the Battle of Guildford, North Carolina, during the American War of Independence.

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5

6.51 km

Hirsel House

Highlight • Historical Site

This house has been the seat of the Earls of Home since 1611. The 14th Earl was the British prime minister for year from October 1963. For visitors, the Homestead …

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6

6.99 km

Hirsel Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

A very pretty lake just outside Coldstream. Great for a leisurely walk: benches provided, ducks and birds around, and you've got a tearoom just on the other side of the street.

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7

7.07 km

Hirsel Estate Buildings

Highlight • Rest Area

There is a cafe and farm shop as you look over to the buildings, behind them seemed to be a childrens play area. There are signs saying residents only can …

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8

7.08 km

Swans at The Hirsel Estate

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Hirsel Estate in Coldstream is a well kept estate with various features in place. Open spaces with oak trees, a large lake where swans swim or walk up to …

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9

7.16 km

Hirsel Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

B

9.11 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.39 km

1.48 km

1.11 km

130 m

Surfaces

7.80 km

432 m

385 m

284 m

130 m

< 100 m

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Monday 19 October

12°C

8°C

45 %

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